woensdag 28 augustus 2013

Orthodontic Treatment - Clear Up Your Misunderstanding

By Nicole Paisley


Why on earth would a grownup wish to have braces? In the past, braces were worn by children and teens. However times have changed. Today, 1 in 5 patients of orthodontists in the U.S. is an adult.

Adult dental braces are more popular than ever. There are numerous reasons for having your crooked teeth straightened. And, since the process typically takes 1-2 years and can cost a number of thousand dollars, your selection of orthodontist should be a good one.

Do you wish to close a space, align crooked teeth, improve your bite or fix a speech impairment, such as lisping? Exactly what is it you want the braces treatment to achieve?

Besides the conventional stainless steel "metal-mouth" braces, there are lots of other designs and techniques such as ceramic or plastic ones and the popular "invisible" braces or even porcelain veneers. Does the orthodontist offer a range of options? Is he current on the most up-to-date trends in teeth straightening methods?

Ask about appointment times. You have commitments to your family, your company and others. Does the orthodontist offer appointments only one day a week? Or is he available on even more days? Are available consultation times convenient for you? Inconvenient visiting times can cause missed appointments and a longer treatment period.

What takes place after the braces come off? Will you need to wear a retainer? If so, for how long? Some orthodontists are not very rigorous about having their patients wear retainers after their teeth-aligning treatment. Not wearing your retainer can cause the teeth to return out of their new placement. This is good news for the unethical orthodontist, because it might mean a repeat of the therapy. A conscientious orthodontist, however, will point out the importance of preserving your new straight smile and insist that you follow his guidelines regarding whether to use a retainer and when.

An orthodontist -- you can trust -- is one who is concerned that you receive the appropriate and necessary after-braces care. Adult dental braces, and the right orthodontist, can deal with a host of oral health issues. And selecting a highly-trained professional is a vital step in the process.

To locate a highly skilled and top-notch orthodontist near you, head on over to your favorite search engine -- you can get all the help you need with your dental issues on the 1st page of results.




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